Winter Shiraz Festival returns to Geelong

Wine Geelong is set to host its annual Winter Shiraz Weekend from August 4-6, 2023. The event will feature 20 wineries from the Bellarine Peninsula, Moorabool Valley and Surf Coast, offering patrons the chance to sample award-winning Shiraz, enjoy matched lunches and dinners, and participate in exclusive masterclasses.

The event, now in its eighth year, is a popular drawcard for wine enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike. In 2022, the event attracted over 3,000 visitors.

“The annual festival spanning three days shines a spotlight on the extraordinary quality of our local Shiraz with an enticing array of over 28 wine-focused events held at 20 of our best and most popular wineries,” said Wine Geelong event manager Jo Wealands.

“There will be an array of interactive masterclasses as well as delectable Shiraz-matched lunches and dinners to name a few. It’s a great weekend to explore the region with family and friends, and to taste your way through some seriously delicious Shiraz.”

Surf Coast-based producer Mount Duneed Estate is offering a bottomless Shiraz High Tea as part of the event. Marketing manager Christine Whelan said that the event is a great opportunity to engage with customers and celebrate the full-bodied, robust flavour found in all three of their Shiraz varietals.

“Winter Shiraz is all about cozy surroundings, sharing wine and laughing with friends. Above all else, it’s about getting out and supporting our local wineries which means a lot to us,” she said.

Other participating wineries include Terindah Estate, Austin’s, McGlashan Estate, Oakdene, Scotchman’s Hill, Moshulu and Provenance Wines to name but a few. Each winery has created its own individual program for the weekend, guaranteeing an unparalleled experience at each venue.

The 2023 program promises to be the best yet with an incredible feast of food and wine experiences, gourmet produce and local music. Many wineries are offering the chance to ‘meet the makers’ with knowledgeable local vignerons and producers leading guests on a path of wine discovery. Talented chefs will match the region’s renowned cool-climate wines with hearty winter fare and offer attendees the chance to sit back, relax and soak in the atmosphere.

For more details or to download the event program, please visit www.wintershiraz.com.au